Gage vs Chris

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gage

Boy #834 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pledge, security deposit"

Origin: Old French gage

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#834
Total SSA Count
297
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Chris

Boy #651 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anointed one carrier"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Greek Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#651
Total SSA Count
423
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gage Rank #834
Chris Rank #651

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 vs #834 for Gage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gage or Chris more popular?

Chris is more popular, ranked #651 compared to Gage at #834 in the United States.

What do Gage and Chris mean?

Gage means "pledge, security deposit" (Old French gage origin). Chris means "anointed one carrier" (Greek origin).

Are Gage and Chris boy or girl names?

Gage is primarily a boy name. Chris is primarily a boy name.

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